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A PhD (Doctorate), typically spanning three years, culminates in a thesis of up to 80,000 words and an oral defense. Modern Languages PhD candidates usually engage in the School's training program and teaching observation during their initial two years, building instructional abilities, improving career prospects, and preparing for academic life.
Comprehending foreign languages and cultures stands as a cornerstone of our interconnected world. University-level language studies enable learners to grasp people, traditions, and histories through their native tongues while broadening perspectives on one's own linguistic and cultural background. Within the School of Modern Languages, students collaborate with specialists across seven languages and Comparative Literature, where research encompasses diverse themes from medieval times to contemporary studies.